Chapter 100: Memphis.
After two and a half days of traveling, with stops along the way, Han Sen and his crew finally arrived in Memphis.
Before even entering the city, they could see Memphis' iconic landmark from afar.
The 'Memphis Pyramid', standing at 98 meters tall with a glass-pyramid design, had briefly served as the Grizzlies' home court from 2001 to 2004.
Reflecting on his rookie season over the past year, Han Sen found one of the most exciting aspects was visiting different cities, staying in various hotels, and enjoying new sights, which made every day feel like an adventure.
This Pyramid arena had left a strong impression on him.
After all, it's not every day you see an arena shaped like that, even on a global scale—it's one of a kind.
The arena's design ties back to the city's historical roots. Many American city names are derived from colonial history—eastern cities often have names related to England, like Cleveland, which is named after a county in England, while western cities usually have connections to Spain.
The name 'Memphis' comes from an ancient and significant Egyptian city.
Even today, ruins of the original Memphis Pyramid still stand near modern-day Cairo.
The United States has a short history, so it often borrows from others.
However, the Pyramid arena isn't the only thing that grabs attention.